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Perform moulding operations

Perform moulding operations

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTFP2008
State Code
BAW35
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/07/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/12/2016
Field of Education
030109 - Footwear Making
Original Release Date
01/12/2016
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to perform moulding operations.The unit of competency applies to the preparation, operation, monitoring and adjusting of moulding machines used to mould and attach soles to footwear.Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
2 Set up and load moulding machine
  • 2.1 Adjust machine settings to meet product requirements
  • 2.2 Check sole moulds and set according to manufacturer specifications
  • 2.3 Check mould size, type and date stamp, and load lasted uppers onto machine
  • 2.4 Prepare mould material, moulding tools and equipment and check for production
  • 2.5 Report non-conforming materials
  • 2.6 Clean area around machine during and on completion of setting and loading
3 Operate and monitor moulding machine
  • 3.1 Start up and shut down machine according to manufacturer requirements
  • 3.2 Monitor machine operation to ensure correct procedures are assessed and product meets quality standards
  • 3.3 Perform checks to ensure required flow of moulding material and report non-conforming product
  • 3.4 Sort waste and clean machine when required
  • 3.5 Identify minor product process and machine faults and address to meet specified requirements
  • 3.6 Report major machine or product faults
4 Conduct final quality check and complete records
  • 4.1 Check moulded sole against quality standards
  • 4.2 Unload footwear from moulding machine according to manufacturer specifications
  • 4.3 Complete cleaning of area to ensure work environment is maintained in a safe and productive manner
  • 4.4 Complete production records and other documentation
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W7277 LMTFP2008B Perform moulding operations Unit of competency